BLAZ ROLA admitted he was nervous at the prospect of facing the reigning Wimbledon champion... whom he referred to as the greatest sportsman in England.

BLAZ ROLA admitted he was pooping his pants at the thought of a Centre Court clash with Andy Murray – England’s greatest sportsman!

The Slovenian got his nationalities mixed up after setting up a second-round clash with the Scottish star, who began the defence of his Wimbledon title with a win over David Goffin.

An imperious Murray cruised to an impressive 6-1 6-4 7-5 win over the Belgian at the scene of last year’s epic final triumph over Novak Djokovic.

Murray now takes on Rola, who thrashed Pablo Andujar in straights sets to earn himself a crack at the reigning champion.

Rola said: “Nothing can prepare me for this. I just hope I play well and don’t poop my pants.

“I didn’t see Andy’s match but I don’t think I needed to – I know what to expect. I don’t think an up-and-coming tennis player could have asked for a better match-up as I’m facing probably the greatest sportsman in England in one of the greatest venues.

“He’s defending the title. He’s been in the top four, the big four, in the past couple years. His record speaks for himself. If I beat him it would be a shock, a big shock.”

Rola admitted the prospect of facing Murray on Centre Court gave him with all the incentive needed to thrash Andujar 6-3 6-1 6-4.

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Andy Murray in action against David Goffin

He said: “When I realised I could play the second round against Andy, my motivation was off the charts. I’m happy I’ve got a chance to play him, especially here.

“I thrive being the underdog. I only started playing professionally last year in the middle of the season so I’m an underdog all the time.”

Murray admitted he was delighted with the manner of his comfortable win over Goffin but was less than impressed about being asked to shoulder the sporting hopes of the nation after England’s early World Cup exit.

He said: “I’m here to do my thing. I don’t think the English football team get asked about me in their press conferences.

“So I’d appreciate it if that wasn’t brought up when I was playing because I’m yet to hear Wayne Rooney talk about my matches at Wimbledon. I don’t think it’s fair.”

Murray was happier to speak about his one-sided match which was over in 2hrs 2 minutes.

He said: “I was nervous at the start but I got an early break and that helped settle me. I played well, hit the ball clean and thought it was a high level of tennis.

“I don’t know loads about Rola as he hasn’t been on tour for long so I’ll watch his match for a better idea.”